Bathroom & Shower Tile
A bathroom tile job is not just an aesthetic decision. It is a waterproofing decision. We build shower systems from the substrate out, using bonded membranes and properly pitched shower floors before a single tile goes up.
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The Full Scope of Bathroom Tile
Shower Walls
Floor-to-ceiling tile on cement board with a liquid or sheet waterproof membrane. We slope the membrane up the curb and at least 3 inches onto the walls to prevent water from wicking behind the tile at the base. Grout joints in showers are sealed after cure.
Shower Floors
Shower floors pitch toward the drain at a minimum of 1/4 inch per foot. For center drains, the pitch runs from all four walls. For linear drains, the pitch runs from one wall. We use small-format tile or mosaic on shower floors because the grout joints provide slip resistance and accommodate the slope without visible lippage.
Recessed Niches
A properly built niche is waterproofed on all five interior surfaces before any tile is set inside it. The bottom of the niche should pitch slightly forward so water does not pool. We frame niches between studs or cut them into existing cement board, depending on the wall construction.
Tub Surrounds
Tub surrounds require caulk, not grout, at the joint where the tile meets the tub lip. This joint moves as the tub flexes under weight, and grout will crack. We use sanded caulk in a grout-matching color so the joint is nearly invisible but remains flexible.
Bathroom Floors
Bathroom floors outside the shower see less water but still benefit from a tight grout joint and sealed grout. We pay attention to the transition at the door threshold, which is often the most visible cut in the room.
Heated Floors
Electric in-floor heating mats can be installed under tile in bathrooms. We embed the heating mat in a layer of self-leveling compound before tiling over it, which protects the mat and provides a flat surface. The thermostat sensor wire is routed to the wall before the tile is set.
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Planning a Bathroom Remodel?
Call (872) 328-7975 or visit the contact page. We will assess the space and give you a clear picture of what the job involves before any work starts.